More three-lane I-81 expansion work set to begin this month Ian Price February 9, 2022 1 minute read Starting mid this month work will begin on Interstate 81 in Roanoke County and Salem to make it a three-lane road. WFIR’s Ian Price has more: Share: Post navigation Previous: New details released in deputy-involved fatal shootingNext: Musical returns to Showtimers stage Related Stories Virginia Western’s new NC3 Leadership School designation means certificate programs with national recognition Gene Marrano July 2, 2026 A Local Wealth Management Firm has Achieved National Recognition Emma Thomas July 2, 2026 As Roanoke Arts Commission crafts “Plan 26,” they ask residents to weigh in via an arts and culture survey online Gene Marrano July 1, 2026